1987 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | BX | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
